Definition
rather
adverb
- to some degree; somewhat
- more willingly; preferably
- more accurately or precisely speaking
Usage: often used with 'would'
Usage: used to correct or clarify
Examples
- The weather is rather cold today.
- I would rather stay home than go out.
- She's not angry, but rather disappointed.
- He's a teacher, or rather, he was until last year.
- The movie was rather boring.
- I'd rather have tea than coffee.
- Rather than complain, she decided to help.